Orthodontic practices near Filey
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Filey; 6 practices within 10 and 6 practices within 20. The closest is Crescent Dental Practice in Scarborough, 6.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Dental PracticeScarborough | 6.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.2 (47 reviews) |
| Northway ClinicScarborough | 6.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.4 (5 reviews) |
| Smile OrthodonticsScarborough | 6.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.9 (15 reviews) |
| Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency DentistScarborough | 7.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (88 reviews) |
| JordentEast Ayton | 9.3 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| Bridlington Dental StudioBridlington | 9.6 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (49 reviews) |
| Perfect 32 Dental PracticeBeverley | 25.5 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.5 (139 reviews) |
| BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTREBeverley | 25.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Filey with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Scarborough, 6.8 miles north-west; the next are East Ayton (9.3 miles west) and Bridlington (9.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Scarborough | 4 | 6.8 miles north-west |
| East Ayton | 1 | 9.3 miles west |
| Bridlington | 1 | 9.6 miles south-east |
| Beverley | 2 | 25.5 miles south |
| York | 1 | 28.4 miles south-west |
| Skidby | 1 | 29.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Filey
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bridlington Dental Studio (5.0 from 49 reviews), 9.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridlington Dental StudioBridlington | 5.0 (49 reviews) | 9.6 miles south-east |
| Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency DentistScarborough | 4.9 (88 reviews) | 7.5 miles north-west |
| Crescent Dental PracticeScarborough | 3.2 (47 reviews) | 6.8 miles north-west |
| Smile OrthodonticsScarborough | 2.9 (15 reviews) | 6.9 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Filey at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Yorkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Population | 6,530 |
| Residents under 16 | 11.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,560 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.3% aged 16 to 24 and 19.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 34.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 901 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 27.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within North Yorkshire | 388th closest to an orthodontic practice of 935 places in the county (the county median is 8.2 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 3.8% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in North Yorkshire |
| Nearest secondary schools | Filey Academy — 0.6 miles George Pindar School — 4.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 461 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 377 schools, 86,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Crescent Dental Practice, Scarborough — 7 miles Jordent, East Ayton — 9 miles Bridlington Dental Studio, Bridlington — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 6 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | YO14 |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Filey
The nearest practice to Filey is Crescent Dental Practice in Scarborough, 6.8 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 6 practices, and within 20 there are 6.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist (7.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Crescent Dental Practice (6.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around Filey list clear aligners, the nearest 6.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Filey are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Crescent Dental Practice in Scarborough, 6.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Filey to Crescent Dental Practice is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 180 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 34.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Filey
North Yorkshire12 nearby locationsFind orthodontic treatment in Filey
Orthodontist in Filey: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Filey. It is relevant to searches focused on both Filey and the wider North Yorkshire area. Filey — a small town with a population of around 6,530 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Filey
Officially, Filey is categorised as larger rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Filey falls under NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Filey's under-16 share, 11.4%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Filey, 3.8% of the 1,560 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Filey has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. Regionally, 25.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Filey attend schools such as Filey Academy (0.6 miles) and George Pindar School (4.7 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 377 schools and 86,087 pupils across Filey's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Filey among England's more deprived areas.
What local practice data suggests in Filey
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Filey itself. The nearest we do hold are Crescent Dental Practice in Scarborough, about 7 miles away; Jordent in East Ayton, about 9 miles away; and Bridlington Dental Studio, about 10 miles away.
A quick look at Filey
Filey has a population of around 6,530, making it a small town within North Yorkshire. Heading south-west for around 2 km brings you to Muston, the closest linked location.
Compare nearby areas
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Primrose Valley, Muston, Hunmanby Gap, Gristhorpe, Hunmanby, and Reighton Sands.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Filey
Patients in Filey have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Filey
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Filey
Starting orthodontic treatment in Filey can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Filey
Not every practice near Filey offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Filey — larger rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts only 11.4% of Filey's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Filey, 3.8% of the 1,560 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Filey usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. 25.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Filey are Filey Academy (0.6 miles) and George Pindar School (4.7 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Filey's Local Authority area covers 377 schools and 86,087 pupils, according to DfE figures. Filey's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Filey. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Filey
This section helps connect Filey, North Yorkshire to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Primrose Valley, Muston, Hunmanby Gap, Gristhorpe, Hunmanby, and Reighton Sands.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Filey
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Filey often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Filey?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Filey is Crescent Dental Practice in Scarborough, about 6.8 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Northway Clinic (6.9 miles) and Smile Orthodontics (6.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Filey?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Filey, 6 practices within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Scarborough, 6.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Filey?
The nearest practice to Filey that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Crescent Dental Practice in Scarborough, about 6.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Smile Orthodontics (6.9 miles) and Peasholm Dental Practice - Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist, New Private Patients, Emergency Dentist (7.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Filey, North Yorkshire?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Filey, North Yorkshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.